Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Recovering Damages
- March 26, 2024 - Traumatic Brain Injury,
I’m Mike Hackard from Hackard Law. We help people who have been hurt or lost money due to someone else’s carelessness or misconduct.
Many of these cases involve injuries caused by careless drivers in car accidents. Car accidents cause about 1 in 4 traumatic brain injuries (TBIs).
If you’re hurt in a crash, your settlement or requested trial verdict should cover these injuries. Every case is unique, and certain aspects of an injury may be more significant than others. Here are some common types of damages:
Financial Damages:
- Medical expenses (current and future)
- Medication costs
- Cognitive rehabilitation and therapy
- Lost income
- Reduced earning potential
- Neuropsychological evaluations
- Home modifications for accessibility
- Assistive devices and mobility aids
Non-Economic Damages (Pain and Suffering): Pain and suffering damages are crucial. We always consider:
- Severity of the harm
- Duration of the injury
- Extent of interference with daily life
Pain and suffering encompass:
- Physical pain
- Emotional distress
- Diminished quality of life
- Scarring or disfigurement
- Physical limitations
- Inconvenience
- Grief
- Anxiety
- Humiliation
- Mental anguish
Documenting all losses, both economic and non-economic, is essential in personal injury cases.
If you’d like to discuss your case with us, please contact Hackard Law at 916-313-3030. We’re here to help.
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